National Mining Museum Scotland (NMMS) is an independent charitable trust and the national body responsible for the preservation and interpretation of Scotland’s mining heritage. Based at the Category ‘A’ listed Lady Victoria Colliery, the museum cares for collections of national significance and provides a wide range of events, exhibitions, and education programmes. The site includes historic buildings, visitor facilities, commercial tenancies, and large outdoor areas requiring specialist conservation and estates management.
The Estates and Compliance Manager will lead on the maintenance, safety, and development of the Museum’s estate and technical functions, ensuring that NMMS operates to the highest standards of safety, sustainability, presentation, and conservation.
The role will manage property, facilities, security, health & safety, environmental management, and capital works, as well as support events and visitor services to ensure an excellent visitor experience.
The postholder will be responsible for delivering statutory compliance, safeguarding historic fabric, managing contractors, supporting museum staff and volunteers, and planning preventative maintenance to secure the long-term sustainability of the museum.
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